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Dog found – Martin Access Rd
Update: this dog is now at the Silverdale dog rescue centre. Animal control ref: Ref 8100769224
For sale conventional hay bales
For Sale 25 Conventional Hay Bales
Cut January 2020. Stored in dry shed, no mould. $5 each. Can deliver locally.
David Clee
cleedavid@gmail.com
0274772943
Missing cat
Hi There,
We live on Hawkens Rd Ahuroa & our tabby cat Willow aka Zippy hasn’t come home she’s been missing for over 24hrs.
heres a couple of snaps of her, shes almost 2yrs old & shes wearing a flowery collar with a tiny bell.
If you could please post these & we will pop leaflets in Hawkens Road letterboxes tomorrow. We’ve been to the Boutique Cattery at the end of Hawkens Rd& they’ve listed her on their fb page for us.
We live at 92 Hawkens Rd & my number is 0210652576
Sarah@designzone.co.nz
Thanks so so much
Sarah Robinson
Trains will recommence using the northern line on 11th Jan
The line through Kaukapakapa, Ahuroa and north, up to Whangarei will be reopened for freight use from the 11th Jan 2021.
We may have become complacent crossing it, so it’s good to know that we’re going to need to be more aware.
Ahuroa School Pool Keys
With the weather looking a bit better, the swimming pool is now ready for summer. Keys are available from the office until the last day of term – 18th December.
Keys are $100 plus $10 bond, (if you have purchased a key in the past your bond will be held on file). Please note we do not have eftpos or credit card payment facilities. If you wish to pay by internet banking please make payment at least one day before collecting a key, a signed agreement form for this season is also required to be completed.
The pool is an amazing asset for our community and we always trust that it will be well respected. If you do notice anything untoward please contact the school asap. There is now a port-aloo for people to use as there are no longer toilets open in the school.
Please contact Christine on 422 5898 if you have any queries.
Odd job worker – wanted.
We’re looking for someone to do odd jobs for 3-5 days in Puhoi. Mostly sanding (prep for inside painting) and gardening. $20ph. Would suit school senior on holidays.
Call Natalie on 021 0810 6934. n.caldwell.nz@gmail.com
Positions Available – Ahuroa School
Are you is interested in becoming an integral part of our school team? Then please read the information below. If you love working with primary-aged children and want to make a difference to a child’s life then take a look at these positions.
Teachers Assistant Positions:
Ahuroa School has three part time fixed term Teachers Assistant positions commencing the the 9th February 2021:
- Two positions, each for 7 hours per week for the entire school year.
- One position is available for 7 hours per week for Term One only.
Applications close Monday 7th December 2020.
A job description and application form is available from the Ahuroa School office, phone 09 422 5898, CLambert@ahuroa.school.nz
If you require more details please contact the Acting Principal, at sdonovan@ahuroa.school.nz
Correction: Ahuroa Community Hall Christmas Party – Saturday 12th Dec.
Ahuroa Community Hall Christmas Party – Hosted by Ahuroa Hall Committee
5.00pm – Saturday, 12th December – at our wonderful community hall, 1345 Ahuroa Rd
Come along to the Ahuroa Hall Christmas party on the 12th December.
We will provide sausages from the BBQ and ice cream for children. Santa is coming too. Arriving in fine style in the Ahuroa Volunteer Brigade Fire Engine!
Please bring a named and wrapped present for your child(ren) to put under the tree for Santa to hand out.
This was a lovely event last time we ran it, so please join us this year. Interest can be registered on Facebook on Ahuroa Community page, or simply turn up on the day.
News from the Ahuroa School Board of Trustees:
Our next Board meeting is set for Monday the 16th November at 6.30pm.
The purpose of the Ahuroa School Board is to provide great governance, through the key areas of Leadership, Accountability, Representation, and as an Employer. The Board isn’t responsible for the day to day running and management of the school – this role is delegated to the Principal.
Our Board generally meets once a month at school, although on occasion we may meet elsewhere for professional development, or via Zoom.
Whilst Board meetings are open to the public, they are not public meetings. What this means is that although members of the public are welcome to attend meetings, they may not speak or bring an agenda item to the meeting without the prior approval of the Chair.
You are welcome to attend one of our Board meetings to observe us in action! It’s a good idea to let the Board Chair know prior to the meeting that you are coming, so we can ensure our meeting room is set up, provide you with the Agenda, and let you know if there are any agenda items where the public will be excluded (this is also known as being ‘in-committee’, is mostly to protect the privacy of individuals, and means that members of the public must leave the meeting during that particular Agenda item).
We are working to upgrade our school website so that our Minutes and Agendas are easily accessible, however in the meantime, you are welcome to contact either chair@ahuroa.school.nz or our Board secretary sgodfrey@ahuroa.school.nz for these.
And if you’d like more information about the work of the Board, this is also a good place to start: https://www.nzsta.org.nz/assets/Publications/Making-A-Difference-booklet-2019.pdf. The next Board election will be held in 2022, so you might start thinking about it now!
Nicky Berger
Chair
Caretaker Position – Ahuroa School
Sadly Brian, our trusty caretaker, has decided that the farm is in need of more attention so he needs to wave us goodbye. His work ethic and initiative will be sadly missed and we of course wish him and his family all the very best.
If you or anyone you know is interested in becoming an integral part of our school team please read or share the information below.
Caretaker Position:
Ahuroa School has a part time position as school caretaker commencing the week of Tuesday 27 October 2020.
This position is for 5 hours per week, (times and day negotiable).
We are looking for a reliable, energetic Caretaker for our school. The position involves carrying out a wide range of duties to help us ensure that our school is maintained as an attractive, clean, safe and secure environment. The successful applicant will be required to identify hazards and address general repairs and maintenance of buildings. You will also be responsible for the school swimming pool complex, garden maintenance plus regular monitoring of the bore water plant. This position requires a proactive, positive reliable person who is able to work alongside staff and pupils in a busy school environment.
The successful candidate will have a clean police record, full driver’s licence, excellent health, excellent time management skills, flexibility and a willingness to learn and have basic handyman skills to carry out repairs and maintenance.
Applications close 21 October 2018.
A job description and application form is available from the Ahuroa School office, phone 09 422 5898, CLambert@ahuroa.school.nz
If you require more details please contact the Acting Principal, at sdonovan@ahuroa.school.nz
Ngā mihi nui
Suzanne Donovan
Acting Principal
Ahuroa School
1349 Ahuroa Road
Warkworth 0981
Tel (09) 422 5898
sdonovan@ahuroa.school.nz